Opportunities to develop niche cluster

Exploring the links between innovation and healthcare would benefit Island businesses, residents and patients alike.

That's according to organisers of next month's third annual Manx BioMed Conference.

The event, which will take place from 9-11 December, will see a range of international delegates meet to discuss the burgeoning BioMed industry.

It hopes to secure investment by making the Island an attractive place for hi-tech, start-up medical firms to join a small but growing sector.

Government Healthcare Innovation chief Courtenay Heading says the conference draws dynamic medical innovators and investors: